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City Council Minutes 2014 06-24-14 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE,KENDALL COUNTY,ILLINOIS, HELD IN THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS. 800 GAME FARM ROAD ON TUESDAY,JUNE 24,2014 Mayor Golinski called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL City Clerk Warren called the roll. Ward I Koch Present Colosimo Present Ward 11 Milschewski Present Kot Present Ward III Frieders Present Funkhouser Present Ward IV Spears Present (called in) Teeling Present Also present: City Clerk Warren,City Attorney Orr, City Administrator Olson,Police Chief Hart,Deputy Chief of Police Klingel,Public Works Director Dhuse,Finance Director Fredrickson,EEI Engineer Sanderson, Community Development Director Barksdale-Noble,Director of Parks and Recreation Evans QUORUM A quorum was established. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA None. PRESENTATIONS Retail Market Study RFP Presentation by The Retail Coach n Aaron Farmer,vice president of the Retail Coach, gave a presentation on the retail market study RFP. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. General Obligation Bonds a. General Obligation Bonds(Alternate Revenue Source), Series 2014A b. General Obligation Refunding Bonds(Alternate Revenue Source), Series 2014B c. General Obligation Refunding Bonds(Alternate Revenue Source), Series 2014C Mayor Golinski opened public hearing for general obligations bonds. He asked for comments from the public and Council.No comments were given.Mayor Golinski closed the public hearing. CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS None. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Request to Purchase Two New Vehicles-authorize the purchase and build-out of one squad car in an amount not to exceed$50,3 70.11 and authorize the purchase of one detective car in an amount not to exceed$28,301. (PS 2014-13) 2. Request to Purchase New Squad Car Computers-authorize the purchase of six new squad car computers in an amount not to exceed$28,170. (PS 2014-14) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. So moved by Alderman Colosimo; seconded by Alderman Milschewski. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-8 Nays-0 n Colosimo-aye,Milschewski-aye, Spears-aye,Frieders-aye, Funkhouser-aye,Koch-aye, Teeling-aye,Kot-aye I MINUTES FOR APPROVAL 1. Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting—May 27,2014(CC 2014-56) 2. Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting—June 10,2014(CC 2014-57) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve the minutes of the regular City Council meeting for May 27,2014,and the minutes of the special City Council meeting for June 10,2014,as presented. So moved by Alderman Frieders; seconded by Alderman Koch. I Minutes approved unanimously by a viva voce vote. The Minutes of the Regular Meetine of the City Council—June 24,2014—Pa2e 2 of 5 BILLS FOR PAYMENT Mayor Golinski stated that the bills were$1,219,192.20. REPORTS MAYOR'S REPORT Ordinance 2014-28 Declaring the United City of Yorkville's Compliance with Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (ADM 2014-41) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve an ordinance declaring the United City of Yorkville's compliance with Illinois Prevailing Wage Act and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Frieders; seconded by Alderman Milschewski. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-8 Nays-0 Teeling-aye,Koch-aye,Kot-aye,Frieders-aye, Spears-aye, Colosimo-aye,Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye Ordinance 2014-29 Amending City Code Providing for Liquor Control(Class B Licenses) (CC 2014-58) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve an ordinance amending City code providing for liquor control(class B licenses)and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Spears; seconded by Alderman Milschewski. Alderman Kot asked if Pride Pantry already had a liquor license. City Administrator Olson answered. Alderman Colosimo doesn't believe this liquor store location is conducive to the environment around it. Alderman Frieders asked if the applicant is another Pride Pantry. That had not been disclosed.Alderman Colosimo stated the City is just approving a liquor license.Alderman Funkhouser asked if the City has to expand liquor licenses before the City looks at the application. City Attorney Orr answered and stated the City does start the background check process when an applicant turns in the appropriate fee and deposit. Alderman Milschewski had it clarified that the City did receive the application. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-5 Nays-3 Koch-aye, Kot-aye,Frieders-nay, Spears-aye, Colosimo-nay Funkhouser-nay,Milschewski-aye,Teeling-aye Parking Restrictions in Whispering Meadows—Alan Dale Lane (CC 2014-59) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to authorize staff to send letters to surrounding property owners notifying them of the proposal to restrict parking along the east side of Alan Dale Lane between Faxon and McMurtrie at all times and notifying them that the item will be discussed at an upcoming meeting. So moved by Alderman Colosimo; seconded by Alderman Funkhouser. Mayor Golinski questioned needing a motion to send out letters. City Administrator Olson stated this is part of the City's action plan process.Alderman Frieders and Alderman Funkhouser discussed this issue. They would both prefer making this a permanent parking restriction. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-8 Nays-0 Kot-aye,Frieders-aye, Spears-aye, Colosimo-aye, Funkhouser-aye,Milschewski-aye, Teeling-aye,Koch-aye Parking Restrictions near Cannonball Ridge Park—Northland Lane and Blackberry Shore Lane (CC 2014-60) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to authorize staff to send letters to surrounding property owners notifying them of the proposal to restrict parking along the north side of Northland Lane, and north side of Western Avenue at all times and notifying them that the item will be discussed at tan upcoming meeting. So moved by Alderman Funkhouser; seconded by Alderman Frieders. n Alderman Frieders said this is the back way for residents of Whispering Meadows to get to their houses from Kendall Market Place. The area of concern is going a little bit north past Western on Northland. That is a fuzzy area.Administrator Olson believes there are view code restrictions on parking near the intersection.Alderman Funkhouser said part of the issue is that the residents are parking on the East side. It is a T intersection.Alderman Funkhouser,Public Works Director Dhuse, and City Administrator Olson discussed the restriction on Western Lane. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-8 Nays-0 Frieders-aye Spears-aye, Colosimo-aye,Funkhouser-aye, Milschewski-aye,Teeling-aye,Koch-aye,Kot-aye The Minutes of the Regular MeetinLy of the City Council—June 24,2014—Pale 3 of 5 Recreational Lease between Commonwealth Edison and the United City of Yorkville (PW 2014-22) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve a recreational lease by and between Commonwealth Edison Company and the City of Yorkville and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Milschewski; seconded by Alderman Funkhouser. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-8 Nays-0 n Spears-aye, Colosimo-aye,Funkhouser-aye,Milschewski-aye, Teeling-aye,Koch-aye,Kot-aye,Frieders-aye PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT No report. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT No report. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT No report. ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REPORT No report. PARK BOARD 131 E.Hydraulic Avenue,Unit C—Short Term Lease Recommendation (CC 2014-61) Mayor Golinski said staff is seeking direction. City Administrator Olson gave a summary on this issue. He discussed the lease options. Director of Parks and Recreation Evans went over the three different options. City Administrator Olson asked if the City wants this done at staff level.Alderman Frieders is fine with staff making the fit as long as it is food service. Alderman Funkhouser would like it done at staff level.Alderman Colosimo agrees with Alderman Frieders.Alderman Kot is fine with staff handling it. City Administrator Olson asked the Council how flexible they were on the rent.Alderman Spears suggested no rent to be charged.Alderman Colosimo asked if property taxes would be covered by the renter. City Administrator Olson answered that is the City's intent.Alderman Teeling asked why would the renter be paying property taxes if it is a City building. City Administrator Olson answered. City Attorney Orr said if the Council goes with the amendment and does not charge rent,then she would suggest that the City attempt to contact the assessor's office. She explained the reason for this. Alderman Kot doesn't like the free rent idea.He thinks the City should attract someone in for the long term. Mayor Golinski stated if that is what needs to be done then maybe just say this year is a wash.Alderman Frieders stated if there is a problem over the rent and getting someone in,then the option of an employee running concessions would be rather simple. They could allow bathrooms to be open and serve drinks. Then it would make more sense to go out to an RFP.Alderman Frieders can see the viability of both, so let staff run it.He doesn't have a problem with rent.He doesn't think it should necessarily be free but if it is a good fit then go with it. Alderman Colosimo agrees with Alderman Kot that the building should not be rent free.Foxy's establishment has been there and made it through construction. This is a different set of circumstances. Mayor Golinski said let's see who is a good fit and then discuss rent. PLAN COMMISSION No report. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS No report. CITY COUNCIL REPORT Resolution Approving a First Lease Amendment for 131 E.Hydraulic Avenue,Units A&B (CC 2014-62) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve a resolution approving a first lease amendment for 131 East Hydraulic unit A and B and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute. So moved by Alderman Colosimo; seconded by Alderman Teeling. Alderman Spears doesn't believe it would be fair to have any kind of waver on rent. She wonders how the public would view this.Alderman Colosimo understands the concerns about public perception.He wants what is best for the City.He thought this was something of value to a City's business owner in our downtown community. Foxy's has been providing service through a very difficult time.Alderman Funkhouser said the City should do what it can to help sustain the businesses. He will support this. Alderman Spears made a motion to table CC 2014-62 indefinitely; seconded by Alderman Frieders. The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council—June 24 2014—Palze 4 of 5 Motion failed by a roll call vote. Ayes-4 Nays-5 Colosimo-nay,Funkhouser-nay,Milschewski-aye,Teeling-nay, Koch-aye,Kot-nay,Frieders-aye, Spears-aye, Golinski-nay Alderman Colosimo said the City should look at every business on its own merit. It is not mandated that if the City does something for one business then they have to do it for all businesses.Alderman Kot said many of Yorkville's businesses have suffered from the Route 47 construction.He would love to help them all.He has a problem just helping one business. He does not support waving the rent.Alderman Koch looks at it like a renter. If he can't pay his rent then the landlord more than likely wouldn't allow him to stay.Alderman Milschewski agrees with Alderman Kot and Alderman Koch. She does not support this. Alderman Frieders stated the two biggest businesses that need the most help are Freemans and Foxy's. If the City can't help them both then it seems like a slap in the face. This would be showing favoritism. Alderman Teeling stated that much of Mrs. Sutcliffs own money has gone into Foxy's.Alderman Funkhouser stated the river front is the jewel of Yorkville's downtown area. The City has properties at each end of that park. If the City keeps those building filled then it helps bring people downtown.The City has limited resources. This is an opportunity to try and spur the growth of businesses. The City is going to get more back in return.He is in favor of keeping the City's businesses downtown even if the City has to take a cut on its rent. Alderman Kot called for a vote. Motion failed by a roll call vote. Ayes-3 Nays-5 Koch-nay,Kot-nay,Frieders-nay, Spears-nay,Colosimo-aye Funkhouser-aye,Milschewski-nay, Teeling-aye CITY CLERK'S REPORT No report. COMMUNITY& LIAISON REPORT Summer Solstice Director of Parks and Recreation Evans gave an update on summer solstice. Fourth Of July Director of Parks and Recreation Evans discussed the fact that this will be the sixtieth anniversary of Yorkville's fourth of July celebration. STAFF REPORT No report. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS Parking Alderman Milschewski thanked Public Works Director Dhuse for the parking signs. She discussed some of the parking issues and the signs that are posted. Wren Road Alderman Colosimo discussed Wren Road and the no trespassing signs. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Golinski stated the Council will go into Executive Session for the purpose of 1. For employment. 2. Litigation. Mayor Golinski stated once the Council comes out of executive session action will be taken on the Chief of Police's employment agreement. The City Council entered Executive Session at 8:07 p.m. n The City Council returned to regular session at 8:41 p.m. MAYOR'S REPORT(cont'd): Chief of Police Employment Agreement (CC 2014-63) Mayor Golinski entertained a motion to approve an employment agreement by and between the United City of Yorkville and Richard T.Hart and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute. So moved by alderman Frieders; seconded by Alderman Funkhouser. Motion approved by a roll call vote. Ayes-8 Nays-0 Funkhouser-aye,Milschewski-aye,Teeling-aye,Koch-aye, Kot-aye,Frieders-aye, Spears-aye, Colosimo-aye The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council—June 24,2014—Page 5 of 5 CITIZEN COMMENTS None. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS Heartland Meadows Mayor Golinski received a letter from the fire chief and Plan Commission Chairman about Heartland Meadows.The chairman was concerned about the lack of communication and felt the Council did not have enough debate about the safety concerns.Mayor Golinski asked if anyone from the Council felt that /1 this issue was not adequately addressed.Alderman Funkhouser felt the discussion was good.Alderman Colosimo feels confident in his vote. River Events Alderman Teeling would like to make sure vendors are not giving away free ice cream at river events. The City has an ice cream shop at the river. This issue was discussed. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Golinski stated meeting adjourned. Meeting adjourned at 8:48 p.m. Min�urte-ss submitted by: Beth Warren, City Clerk,City of Yorkville,Illinois n n REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING q, Dl PLEASE PRINT NAME: SUBDIVISION OR BUSINESS: 4 R SIGNIN